What you need to know before the 2025 Oscar ceremony in the United States; What time is it, where to watch it, and what surprises might there be?

The ceremony of the Oscar 2025, to be held on Sunday, March 2 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, will put an end to an awards season characterized by a diversity of surprises, controversies, and mainly, a great number of uncertainties in some categories. 

Except for the Best Supporting Actor category, dominated from start to finish by Kieran Culkin for his role in "A Real Pain," the rest of the main categories could "suffer" some surprises due to the variety of winners in previous awards ceremonies.

Such is the case of the Best Supporting Actress category, which has had Zoe Saldaña for her role in "Emilia Pérez" as the absolute winner. Recently, the votes of various anonymous Academy members were revealed, where the name of the Latin origin actress did not appear on any ballot, which has raised doubts about whether the artist will take home the top prize of the season. 

The main film category, which seemed to be controlled by "The Brutalist" after its triumph at the Golden Globes, is perhaps the most "tight" of the awards due to the victories of "Anora" at the Critics Choice Awards, the Directors Guild Awards, and the Producers Guild Awards, and "Cónclave" at the BAFTA and the SAG Awards as Best Cast. 

Despite its triumph at the BAFTA, everything seems to indicate that Mikey Madison, protagonist of "Anora," will not be able to snatch the victory from Demi Moore for "The Substance." Meanwhile, Adrien Brody, who also swept the season, could see a potential risk of losing the statuette after the coronation of Timothée Chalamet at the SAG Awards for his brutal portrayal of the legendary Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown."  

What time will the Oscars 2025 be broadcast? 

The 97th edition of the Academy Awards (AMPAS) will begin with its traditional red carpet at 5:50 p.m. (Eastern time) or 2:30 p.m. (Pacific time). 

This first period, characterized by the presence of some of the most important stars from cinema, music, and fashion, lasts for an hour and a half. 

Following this, the main awards ceremony will start right after the red carpet, at 7:00 p.m. (Eastern time) or 4:00 p.m. (Pacific time). 

Where to watch the Oscars 2025?

Regarding the platform where this event can be watched, it will be broadcast live by ABC. 

Likewise, and for the first time, the Oscars will be available for viewing on the Hulu streaming platform. However, a subscription will be required to access it. It can also be enjoyed through: 

• YouTubeTV 

• AT&T TV 

• Fubo TV

*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence